What began as a peaceful family fishing outing ended in heartbreak on a railroad bridge in Fremont, Ohio.
A train barreled down the tracks, striking a group of pedestrians—leaving three dead and a toddler fighting for life.
City officials confirmed the victims: Ram Masan, 58; O Ny Zar, 38; and 5-year-old Intisar Mi—all from Fort Wayne, Indiana.
A 14-month-old child remains in critical condition, now receiving specialized care in Columbus after an urgent transfer from Toledo.
The family had traveled to Fremont—roughly 40 miles from Toledo—for a day by the water.
What Happened?
But somewhere along the way, they found themselves on an active railway bridge.
“This is a very, very unfortunate tragedy that has hit our community today.”
Mayor Danny Sanchez said, visibly shaken during a press briefing.
Dive teams combed the Sandusky River overnight, eventually recovering young Intisar’s body.
Multiple law enforcement and emergency units joined forces in the search, showing just how deeply the incident shook the small city.
Norfolk Southern Railway, whose train was involved, issued a statement expressing deep sorrow.
It pledged cooperation with investigators.
